The following is based on the topic outline found in the AP US History "Acorn Guide". Although it is not necessarily exactly what you need to know for the exam, it will provide you with an "idea" of what you are reading for (while taking "Fresh Notes," of course).
21. The Second World War
The rise of fascism and militarism in Japan, Italy, and Germany
Prelude to war: policy of neutrality
The attack on Pearl Harbor and United States declaration of war
Fighting a multifront war
Diplomacy, war aims, and wartime conferences
22. The Home Front During the War
Wartime moblization of the economy
Urban migration and demographic changes
Women, work, and family during the war
Civil liberties and civil rights during wartime
War and regional development
Expansion of government power
Kennedy Chapters for this Segment
Chapter 35 - Franklin D. Roosevelt and the Shadow of War (pages 806-826)
Chapter 36 - America in World War II (pages 827-855)
The following is based on the topic outline found in the AP US History "Acorn Guide". Although it is not necessarily exactly what you need to know for the exam, it will provide you with an "idea" of what you are reading for (while taking "Fresh Notes," of course).
21. The Second World War
- The rise of fascism and militarism in Japan, Italy, and Germany
- Prelude to war: policy of neutrality
- The attack on Pearl Harbor and United States declaration of war
- Fighting a multifront war
- Diplomacy, war aims, and wartime conferences
22. The Home Front During the WarKennedy Chapters for this Segment
The "New York" Quiz Questions for this section
Kennedy Exam Multiple Choice Questions for this section
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